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Control of Noise at Work Regulations — DOccMed MCQ

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A woodworking workshop has daily personal noise exposure estimates around 88 dB(A). The owner provides ear defenders but has no written noise assessment or hearing checks. What is the relevant legal framework?

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Correct answer: C — Control of Noise at Work Regulations requiring risk control and hearing surveillance

The Control of Noise at Work Regulations set duties to assess, reduce and manage noise exposure. At this exposure level, hearing protection and health surveillance are relevant, but exposure reduction should also be addressed. COSHH applies to wood dust but not to noise itself. RIDDOR is relevant after diagnosis of reportable occupational disease, not as the primary control framework.

Reference: Control of Noise at Work Regulations; HSE Noise guidance